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Here’s A Project To Back
My good friend Susan Cattaneo launched a PledgeMusic campaign for her upcoming new album and I have gotten behind it!
Susan Cattaneo (Official Photo)
Their Chemistry Is Palpable
Click here to read my review of this amazing show on No Depression.
Teresa Williams, Larry Campbell
Teresa Williams
Jeff Hill, Teresa Williams, Larry Campbell
Larry Campbell
Teresa Williams
Teresa Williams, Larry Campbell
Jeff Hill
Justin Guip
Larry Campbell
Teresa Williams
Jeff Hill, Teresa Williams, Larry Campbell
Larry Campbell
Teresa Williams
Teresa Williams, Larry Campbell
Larry Campbell
Teresa Williams
Jeff Hill
Larry Campbell
Larry Campbell
Thea Hopkins
Thea Hopkins
Thea Hopkins
Thea Hopkins and Band
Passion Filled The Stage At This Americana Triple-Header
As I walked to my car after this stellar show, I overheard two men express exactly what I felt: that The Lone Bellow put their hearts and souls into the show, filling the less-than-intimate House of Blues with a passion as well as an intense connection with the audience that is not easy to achieve.
The Lone Bellow
The Lone Bellow has been on a meteoric rise since I first saw them at the Newport Folk Festival in 2013, and unless they stop creating new music, I do not foresee that slowing any time soon.
Honky Tonk Rocked The Middle East
I had not heard of Whitey Morgan and the 78’s until I met Tony Martinez, one of Whitey’s guitarists as well as the opening act, in Nashville last month. When Tony told me about this show at the Middle East Upstairs, I promised I would be there.
Whitey Morgan
I think Tony was surprised that I was, but I keep my word (and I knew that I didn’t have a show previously scheduled that night)!
Tony Martinez
That’s Right, Lowell Loves Lyle Lovett
For the fourth time in the past six seasons of the Lowell Summer Music Series, Lyle Lovett played to a sold-out (or nearly sold-out) crowd in Boarding House Park; three times with his Large Band and once with his smaller Acoustic Band.
Lyle Lovett
I fall more in love with Lovett each time I see him. He is one of the classier musicians I have seen, in addition to being one of the most talented and generous.
Country(ish) Hayes Carll Delighted
Click here to review my review of this show on No Depression.
Hayes Carll
Hayes Carll
Hayes Carll
Hayes Carll
Hayes Carll
Hayes Carll
Hayes Carll
Despite The Drizzle, Rockabilly Star Dwight Yoakam Brought It!
I knew more about Dwight Yoakam‘s reputation as both a musician and an actor than I did about his music itself, but I was as excited to see him perform for the first time (on the heels of an excellent new album, Second Hand Heart) as I was to see my first show at Indian Ranch!
Indian Ranch
Dwight Yoakam
I was impressed with both! Indian Ranch is an unusual venue. Set on Webster Lake in central Massachusetts, it is a combination campground and music venue. This show was accompanied by a light drizzle through much of the show, but that did not dampen anyone’s spirits even though some were in uncovered areas. I look forward to returning on a day with better weather!
The Spirit of Hank Williams Lives!
Girls Guns and Glory, a Boston-based country band, is riding high these days due to the justifiably great press its Hank Williams tribute album (and the shows dedicated to that album) is receiving. The Extended Play Sessions hosted them for a more-than-sold-out session last week and they brought their A game for this Hank Williams tribute performance.
Girls Guns and Glory
The band performs original songs as well, and until recently had performed the tribute shows only about a half-dozen times per year. I was lucky enough to see one of the traditional New Year’s Day shows so I knew how good this show would be.
Writer-Songsinger Amelia White Brought It On
I was introduced to Amelia White and Sergio Webb almost a year ago when the East Nashvillians came to The Extended Play Sessions for the first time, so I knew that their return visit would be fabulous.
Sergio Webb and Amelia White
For this show, they brought the Blue Souvenirs with them which added immeasurably to the show.
The Incomparable Vince Gill And Lyle Lovett Shine In A Rare Duo Show
I knew we would be treated to an intimate experience with Vince Gill and Lyle Lovett at the Capitol Center for the Arts when I saw the stage was set with two chairs, two mics, and a guitar rack. And, oh yes, a small table between the chairs. It was as if they were in their living room.
Lyle Lovett and Vince Gill
Lyle has toured as a duo, trio, and quartet with the likes of Guy Clark, John Hiatt, and Joe Ely, but I believe this is the first time he has toured with Vince in this format. They did only a small handful of dates (either three or four as I recall the tour schedule), and judging by the show I saw, it was a resounding success.
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